Waco Tribune-Herald · 2 days ago
Deputy County Attorney - Legal
Las Cruces, NM
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$92K/yr - $156K/yr
5+ years expWaco Tribune-Herald is seeking a Deputy County Attorney to assist in enforcing state and local laws and represent the county in civil and criminal matters. The role involves managing a caseload, supervising personnel, conducting legal research, and advising county departments on legal issues.
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Responsibilities
Independently maintain and manage caseload and ongoing legal matters, as assigned by the County Attorney
Assist the County Attorney in the management of the Legal Department, including supervision of personnel, assignment of work, and budget preparation
Assume the duties of the County Attorney and/or other staff attorneys, as assigned
Responsible for monitoring of staff work to ensure accuracy and timeliness
Perform legal research and provide oral and written legal opinions on various legal issues
Participate in policy development, drafting and revising contracts and leases, drafting ordinances and various agreements, and prepare and present information for meetings and hearings
Prosecute violations of County ordinances and represent the County in civil matters as assigned
Represent the County in labor negotiations and labor management committee meetings as assigned
Communicate with and direct outside counsel as needed regarding litigation and other matters. Communicate and coordinate with outside entities on various matters which directly affect the County
Supervise assigned staff, review staff’s work to monitor performance and ensure completeness, accuracy, and timeliness; provide feedback for performance improvement; and conduct coaching, counseling, and disciplinary action as needed
Know and comply with County policies and procedures
Qualification
Required
A Juris Doctor degree from an American Bar Association accredited university
A minimum of five (5) years' experience in a responsible capacity as a practicing attorney
Must possess a valid license to practice law in the State of New Mexico
Must possess a valid driver's license
Must pass a background and driver's license check
Knowledge of State and Federal law and procedure, including administrative and regulatory functions
Skills in legal research, analysis, and drafting; negotiation; mediation techniques
Ability to appropriately and effectively delegate and work with paralegals, department heads, supervisors, and elected officials
Ability to work with insurance providers and outside counsel to direct litigation
Ability to speak and argue persuasively on behalf of the client
Ability to use independent judgment in various situations and implement appropriate action
Preferred
Two (2) years of supervision of others in a legal setting
Prior local government legal experience
Company
Waco Tribune-Herald
Waco Tribune-Herald is a newspapers company that offers news, entertainment, and sports updates In Texas.
51-200 employees
Funding
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